Firefighter/Paramedic

Salary: $75,900.00 - $94,861.00 Annually
Location : MN 55016, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 147
Department: Public Safety
Division: Fire
Opening Date: 02/21/2024
Closing Date: 3/11/2024 3:00 PM Central
Job Summary
Performs emergency work in the treatment of emergency medical problems including providing and delivering skilled, specialized emergency medical treatment to citizens, emergency rescue, fire inspections, fire education and preplans, and performs emergency work in the protection of life and property from fire and other hazards.
Employees with a Bachelor's degree receive 1.5% above their hourly wage and employees with a Master's degree receive 3.0% above their hourly wage.
Essential Job Functions

1. Maintain medical knowledge and skill as established by medical directors and perform as paramedic.
2. Drive ambulance or acts as attendant while responding to routine and emergency situations involving ill or injured individuals.
3. Maintain public safety, fire, medical certification, rescue and medical related skills, including physical conditioning, knowledge of laws, ordinances and codes, and proficiency in all Division equipment.
4. Respond to alarms with fire company; enter building with hose and operate nozzles; operate booster lines, hand fire extinguishers and related equipment; raise, lower and climb ladders and ventilate burning buildings; remove persons from danger, provide emergency first aid to victims; operate aerial ladder pumper, rescue vehicles and other related equipment.
5. Participate in regular and special inspections of commercial and public buildings, looking for fire hazards and other related public safety hazards; noting the location of sprinkling systems, ponds, sources of emergency water supply, evacuation routes and general layouts of building; check water supply systems and hydrants for flow and pressure.
6. Participate in prevention duties as apparent or assigned; conduct or assist in School Fire Prevention Programs; provide training to the community in the elimination of fire safety hazards, evacuation procedures and the use of fire extinguishers.
7. Maintain and improve rescue and firefighting skills. Attend training sessions, study material on fire hazards, firefighting and rescue methods. Maintain familiarity with City streets and all department equipment. Assist and/or conduct training sessions for part-time firefighters as assigned; and assist in conducting fire drills at school and other public buildings as apparent or directed.
8. Perform salvage operation at the scene of Fire Division responses which may include the placing of canvas, removal of excess water, shoveling out debris, patching windows and holes and performing other clean-up duties as apparent or directed.
9. Perform regular and/or special inspections of industrial, commercial, public, multiple dwelling or residential buildings as assigned to enforce all related ordinances, codes and state and federal laws.
10. Maintain assigned vehicles and equipment which includes refueling, refilling water tanks, recharging air tanks and extinguishers, assists in the movement of vehicles for repair, washing vehicles and related equipment, minor preventative maintenance, grease, oil, filters, fluid levels, etc.,; washing, drying and reloading hoses and other work needed to return vehicles and equipment to ready status.
11. Inspect, maintain and repair, as necessary, all other fire related equipment, complete required checklists and report damages and improperly functioning equipment.
12. Maintain, facilitate and perform housekeeping duties which include building and ground maintenance, sweeping and washing floors and walls, cleaning living areas and performing minor repairs as needed or directed.
13. Operate communications and related equipment and perform other related duties; keep required records both manual and automated; and routinely make out reports.
14. Perform all other duties and assume all other responsibilities as apparent, delegated or assigned.

Minimum Requirements

1. Nationally Registered Paramedic certification, or eligible for certification by appointment date and certification trough the Minnesota EMSRB, or eligible for certification by the appointment date. (both are required)
2. Possession of a valid driver's license.
3. Non-smoker.

Preferred qualifications

1. Firefighter 1 and 2 and Hazardous Materials Operations certification accredited by Pro Board, IFSAC or Minnesota Fire Service Certification Board (MFSCB) within 365 days of appointment date.
2. Minnesota Firefighter license or ability to obtain within 365 days of appointment date.
3. One year of full-time equivalent Paramedic experience
4. One year of full-time equivalent Firefighter experience
5. FAO-Engine/Pumper certification accredited by Pro Board, IFSAC or MFSCB
6. Fire Officer 1 certification accredited by Pro Board, IFSAC or MFSCB
7. Fire instructor 1 certification accredited by Pro Board, IFSAC or MFSCB
8. Fire Inspector 1 certification accredited by Pro Board, IFSAC or MFSCB
9. Blue Card certification
10. Hazardous Materials Operations (472/1072) certification accredited by Pro Board, IFSAC or MFSCB
11. Experience with advanced EMS skills (point of care ultrasound, video laryngoscopy, expanded medication guidelines)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
FIREFIGHTER DUTIES (NSAs)

1. Need to have excellent driving skills
2. Be able to step up into/on truck with a maximum height of 30"
3. Be able to reach up to the maximum of 88" and 36" deep
4. Be able to climb up the back and on the top of the fire truck and balance self along a 15" span
5. Be able to climb several flights of stairs, 35' to 45' ladders
6. Be able to balance self while handling weighted equipment in a burning and smoke filled structure
7. Be able to lift or carry equipment from floor to overhead
8. Be able to kneel/crouch balanced without support
9. Be able to crawl about on hands and knees with weight on your back
10. Be able to push/pull objects using total body movements (forces up to 18 pounds required for basic equipment)
11. Be able to walk long distances (over 100 yards at one time)
12. Need good grip strength with gloves to handle tools requiring torquing, pounding, and jerky motions with hands
13. Handle equipment, injured people and gauges
14. Be able to move around with 55 pounds weighted gear and a variety of weighted equipment or an injured person
15. Have general mechanical ability/knowledge of engines
16. Need good visual acuity to read gauges
17. Need good auditory and comprehension skills to follow directions
18. Need quick reflexes
19. Not be claustrophobic or have a fear of heights or cramped quarters
20. Maintenance of grounds which includes, but is not limited to, shoveling, snowblowing, and watering
21. Be able to work under stress/pressure

PARAMEDIC DUTIES (NSAs)

1. Need to have excellent driving skills
2. Be able to step up onto the first step 23 1/2" into vehicle
3. Need to be able to balance self while in moving vehicle from a crouched or standing position (maximum ceiling height 5' 6")
4. Need to have good auditory skills to understand the radio unit, hear heart beat with stethoscope while sirens are on
5. Need good verbal skills to relay information
6. Need good hand strength to handle a variety of weighted equipment and people
7. Need good dexterity and eyesight to administer IV drugs
8. Need good tactile sensation for heart rate palpation and other medical services
9. Be able to assist in caring and lifting a stretcher with a person
10. Be cardiovascularly fit for rapid stair climbing and other situational needs
11. Work well under stress
12. Able to reach into cabinets up to 50 1/2" high and 21" deep
13. Good balance

This is a summary of City benefits, all employees should consult the labor agreement and/or personnel policy for the exact language pertaining to pay and benefits.
MN Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA)
All members contribute 11.8% of their gross pay into their PERA retirement account on a pretax basis. The City also contributes 17.70% of an employee's gross pay to PERA, which PERA uses to fund the state run defined benefit pension plan.
Deferred Compensation 457 Plan
Employees also have the option of participating in a deferred compensation plan. All monies that go into this plan are on a pretax basis. The minimum an employee must contribute is $10.00 per pay period and the maximum is $23,000/year which translates into $884.61 per pay period. If the employee is over 50 there is also a catch-up provision where an employee can contribute an additional $7,500 per year.
Roth 457 Plan
Employees also have the option of participating in a Roth 457 plan. All monies that go into this plan are on an after-tax basis. The minimum an employee must contribute is $10.00 per pay period and the maximum is $23,000/year which translates into $884.61 per pay period. If the employee is over 50 there is also a catch-up provision where an employee can contribute an additional $7,500 per year.
Roth IRA
Employees also have the option of participating in a Roth IRA plan. All monies that go into this plan are on an after-tax basis. The minimum an employee must contribute is $10.00 per pay period and the maximum is $7,000/year which translates into $269.00 per pay period. If the employee is over 50 there is also a catch-up provision where an employee can contribute an additional $1,000 per year. There are income limits that must be met to qualify.
Health Insurance
All new full-time employees must take at least single medical coverage.
The EMPLOYER contributions for 2024 will be as follows:
2024 Monthly Premium
Passport Premium Employer Employee
Single $519.13 $519.13 $0.00
Single + 1 $1,090.18 $763.13 $327.05
Single + Children $986.30 $690.41 $295.89
Family $1,453.55 $1,017.49 $436.06
HSA Passport Plan
Employee- 100% of premium
Employee + One- 70% of premium
Employee + Children- 70% of premium
Family- 70% of premium
The Passport plan has a, $4,500- employee and $9,000- all others, deductible. However, the employee will be responsible for, $2,500- employee and $5,000- all others, of the deductible amount. The remainder will be covered by the employer through a HRA. Of the $2,500/$5,000 amount the employer will contribute $1,400/$2,800 in to the employee's HSA, on a matching basis. The employer contribution amount is provided on a matching basis of 2 (two) employer dollars for every 1 (one) dollar contributed by the employee, up to the annual employer maximum. The employer HSA contributions will be made in two equal payments, the first pay dates in January and July. Both plans will have an imbedded deductible. There is an 80/20 payment arrangement once the deductible is met, whereby the insurance company pays 80 percent and the employee/employer pay the other 20 percent, up to an out of pocket maximum. The out of pocket maximums are, $5,800- employee and $11,600- all others. If the employee/employer experience out of pocket costs, the employer will cover up to the $1,300- employee and up to the $2,600- all others.
Dental Insurance
The City offers dental insurance at no cost to the employee as long as they are on the City's health insurance. For single plus one the premium is $56.80 per month. For family coverage the premium is $101.94 per month.
Life Insurance
The City pays for term life insurance at one times an employee's base annual salary. For example if an employee's base annual salary was $33,737.60, the City would pay for $34,000 worth of life insurance. Employees also have the option of purchasing supplemental life insurance for themselves and their dependents as an out-of-pocket cost, up to $500,000 for the employee, $250,000 for his/her spouse and either $5,000 or $10,000 for children.
NCPERS Life Insurance (PERA Life)
This is an optional life insurance plan that costs $16.00 per month. It is a group term life and accidental death & dismemberment plan for employees. It also has group term life for the employee's spouse and eligible dependents.
Workers Compensation Insurance
All employees are covered by workers compensation insurance.
Injury on Duty
If an employee is injured on the job the City will supplement whatever the injured employee is paid by workers compensation up to base pay, up to 636 work hours.
Long-term Disability
Employees may purchase a long-term disability policy to cover 60% of their pay. Coverage for long-term disability starts on the 91st day of injury or illness. The benefits received under LTD are currently not subject to income taxes, the premium is taxed instead.
Short-term Disability
After an employee has passed probation the City self funds a short-term disability plan. This coverage starts on the 213th work hour of an injury or illness and may cover up to 954 hours.
Annual Leave
In lieu of vacation and sick pay the City has Annual Leave which can be used for either purpose.
Employees with 0 to 4 years City employment accrue 12.69 hours per pay period.
Employees with 5 to 9 years City employment accrue 13.92 hours per pay period.
Employees with 10 to 14 years City employment accrue 15.11 hours per pay period.
Employees with 15 to 19 years City employment accrue 16.76 hours per pay period.
Employees with 15+ years City employment accrue 17.57 hours per pay period.
No employee may carry over more than 264 hours of Annual Leave from one year to the next. If any employee's balance is above 264 those hours are forfeited.
Holidays
Holiday leave hours are accounted for in Annual Leave accruals. Employees get paid overtime for hours worked on a holiday.
Bereavement Leave
Each employee may request up to three (3) shifts of bereavement leave in the event of a death in t...